At this point, one would wonder if Google has anything new to announce at the hardware event in NYC this coming Monday. We'll do a roundup up in the next day or so but here's a quick rundown. Obviously, we will get to see a couple of new Pixel phones. Depending on which rumors you subscribe to, … [Read more...] about Leaked Chromecast 3 Smart TV Kit Joins The Growing List Upcoming #MadeByGoogle Products
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Project Stream is Google’s Streaming Game Service For Chrome, But No Chromecast Support Planned
For many months, rumors have been swirling around Google creating a gaming platform. Most agreed that this would come in the form of some sort of Android-powered gaming box or via online game streaming. It seems the latter is the answer. … [Read more...] about Project Stream is Google’s Streaming Game Service For Chrome, But No Chromecast Support Planned
3 New Samsung Chromebook Plus Models Emerge For Pre-Order
Just a few hours ago, news broke that an LTE-enabled version of the Samsung Chromebook Plus v2 had passed through FCC certification and in that article I mentioned that I had uncovered some other unannounced devices that were coming down the pike. Turns out, there are actually FIVE new Samsung … [Read more...] about 3 New Samsung Chromebook Plus Models Emerge For Pre-Order
Chrome OS or Samsung DeX: Which Is Better For You?
If you haven't heard of Samsung's DeX UI, you'd be forgiven for not exactly being in the know. The whole concept is a little radical and very much on the fringe, but the essentials go something like this: on your Samsung phone or tablet there is an additional UI that can be triggered to give users … [Read more...] about Chrome OS or Samsung DeX: Which Is Better For You?
LTE-enabled Samsung Chromebook Plus On The Way
Kevin Tofel has been digging again and this time he has turned up an FCC filing confirming that another refresh of the Samsung Chromebook Plus is headed our way. First discovered by XDA back in June, 'Nautilus_LTE' was all but imminent but it was unclear if Samsung would hold off until another OEM … [Read more...] about LTE-enabled Samsung Chromebook Plus On The Way
Hey Google, Why So Blue? New “Aqua” Home Mini On The Way
Forget the landslide of hardware leaks, Google has decided to go ahead and announce some new toys a week ahead of the October 9th event in NYC. In a blog post on The Keyword, Google's design direct for Home and wearables shared the addition to the Home Mini lineup. … [Read more...] about Hey Google, Why So Blue? New “Aqua” Home Mini On The Way
Google Pixel Slate (‘Nocturne’) Shows Up In GeekBench With Core i7 8500Y, 16GB RAM, & Android 9
It is silly season around Google, folks. Welcome! For the next week, expect a continued flow of leaks around all things #madebyGoogle as we ramp up to the event on October 9th. Today's news comes via Phone Arena who found Google's 'Nocturne' device lurking around in GeekBench. After seeing … [Read more...] about Google Pixel Slate (‘Nocturne’) Shows Up In GeekBench With Core i7 8500Y, 16GB RAM, & Android 9
Acer Chromebook 13 And Spin 13 Spotted Online: Available October 11
September has come and gone and here we are on the cusp of Google's Pixel hardware event. This time next week, we will hopefully be sharing news of a new Pixelbook, the Pixel Slate tablet and apparently, a truckload of other new hardware from the folks over in Mountain View. Exciting as that is, … [Read more...] about Acer Chromebook 13 And Spin 13 Spotted Online: Available October 11
Core i5 HP Chromebook x2 Shows Up In France
We've known for some time that a more powerful and inherently more capable HP Chromebook x2 exists but apart from a dogfood device and some technical documents, we've yet to hear of the Core i5 detachable coming to market. Thanks to Kevin Tofel of AboutChromebooks, we now have more evidence that a … [Read more...] about Core i5 HP Chromebook x2 Shows Up In France
Oops! Best Buy Accidentally Sells Unannounced 3rd Gen Chromecast
I frequently share my general dislike for Best Buy because of their general lack of knowledge and seemingly inherent disregard for Chromebooks but man, they have become the place to go if you want to see a product before it's released to the public. … [Read more...] about Oops! Best Buy Accidentally Sells Unannounced 3rd Gen Chromecast
Pixelbook’s Mysterious “AltOS” Renamed “Dual Boot,” Adds Keyboard Combos
We haven't talked much about Project Campfire here at Chrome Unboxed and I will explain more about that in a follow-up article to come later this evening. For now, I'll just recap some of the high points of the mysterious "AltOS" that is being tested on the Pixelbook. … [Read more...] about Pixelbook’s Mysterious “AltOS” Renamed “Dual Boot,” Adds Keyboard Combos
Samsung Chromebook Plus V1 and V2 Side By Side Comparison
Since Samsung unveiled the surprising Chromebook Plus V2 back in June, the lingering question on everyone's lips has been, "should I buy the new one or stick with the old one?" … [Read more...] about Samsung Chromebook Plus V1 and V2 Side By Side Comparison
